IELTS scores are accepted by over 9,000 organisations worldwide,
including universities, employers, immigration authorities and
professional bodies.

IELTS is designed by experts to fairly assess the language
ability of candidates who want to study or work where English is
the language of communication.

International EnglishIELTS recognises both
British and American English in terms of spelling, grammar and
choice of words. It also incorporates a mix of native speaker
accents from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and US in the
Listening component.

International contentThe IELTS approach
is recognised as being fair, reliable and valid to all candidates,
whatever their nationality, cultural background, gender or special
needs. The test questions are developed by a network known as the
IELTS item writers in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK and the
US. They are based on real life sources (for example,
advertisements, books, newspapers and company policies), so
ensuring that they are always fit for purpose.

International consultationIELTS has been
developed in close consultation with academics, professional bodies
and immigration authorities from around the world.

Choose from more than 1,000 locations
worldwideIELTS tests are offered up to four
times a month in over 900 test venues in more than
140 countries. The cost of taking the test is set locally and
payable in the local currency, making registration convenient.
Results are issued 13 calendar days after the test. Official IELTS
test centres can send Test Report Forms directly to your
organisation or institution (provided it has been nominated),
either by mail or as an electronic download.